Direct Deposit Enrollment

ACH Payment Enrollment

This information will be used by the Accounts Payable Department to transmit payment data, by electronic means to vendor’s financial institution. Failure to provide the requested information may delay or prevent the receipt of payments through the Automated Clearing House Payment System.

ACH Employee Payment Enrollment

This information will be used by the Accounts Payable Department to transmit payment data, by electronic means to vendor’s financial institution. Failure to provide the requested information may delay or prevent the receipt of payments through the Automated Clearing House Payment System.

Accounts Payable Disbursement

Food Expense

Forms

Travel

Information and Procedures

Forms

Travel Claims

A Travel Claim for travel expenses form must be entered and submitted within thirty (30) days after travel is completed. The claim form allows reimbursement to the employee of all allowable expenses.

Once the travel claim has completed the approval process, allow approximatley two (2) weeks to process reimbursement. Walters State processes checks on Tuesday and Thursday. Payment will be by direct deposit.

FAQ

Any available literature regarding the activity, such as a conference brochure indicating room rates and registration information should be submitted with the travel request.

Who must approve my travel request?

The traveler's department/division head, the appropriate vice president, and vice president of Business Affairs. The president must also sign for out-of-state travel and travel of $1,000+.

If I list other employees as accompanying me, do they have to submit their own travel authorization?

Yes, each employee traveling must submit his or her own travel authorization requesting approval to travel.

How will I know if my travel authorization request is approved?

You will receive the original travel authorization back once all approvals are complete.

Who makes the travel arrangements?

The employee is responsible for making all necessary travel arrangements.

Can I use an internet travel site to book travel arrangements?

Internet travel sites such as Expedia, Travelocity or Kayak can be utilized to purchase single travel services such as an airline ticket.

Internet travel sites cannot be used to purchase a package of more than one travel service. Purchases of travel packages that combine services such as lodging, airline, or vehicle rentals are not allowed. These package deals do not usually provide sufficient itemized pricing for each service purchased and therefore do not allow for proper comparison to CONUS or conference rates as required by policy.

How do I reserve a state vehicle?

All state vehicles are reserved through the Facilities Management office by calling (423) 585-6907.

Will Walters State prepay any travel expenses?

Walters State will prepay the conference registration fees and airfare when requested by the employee.

What counties are in the WSCC service and extended service area?

WSCC’s service area includes the counties of Claiborne, Cocke, Grainger, Greene, Hamblen, Hancock, Hawkins, Jefferson, Sevier and Union. WSCC’s extended service area includes the following counties: Knox, Washington, Sullivan, Carter, Unicoi, and Johnson counties in Tennessee; Lee County, Virginia; Bell County, Kentucky; and Madison County, North Carolina.

When should I file my travel reimbursement request?

Travel claims must be filed within 30 days of travel.

How do I submit my information for direct deposit?

You must complete the ACH Employee Enrollment Authorization and submit it to Accounts Payable before travel reimbursements will be processed.

Do I need to include my travel authorization with my travel claim?

Yes, the approved travel authorization must accompany the travel claim to receive reimbursement. For blanket travel, include a copy of the approved travel authorization.

What receipts are required for travel reimbursement?

Recipts are required for lodging.

For telephone/fax/internet charges that are business related a receipt and statement must be provided showing the date, name & locations called/accessed, and the purpose of the
call/access.

Maximum parking fees of $8 per day are allowed without a receipt.

Shuttle service, limousine service or taxi fares are reimbursable without a receipt for reasonable fares.

When shuttle service rates are printed in the conference brochure reimbursement will be made at the listed rate.

Airport parking is reimbursable at the economy rate only and a receipt is required regardless of the amount claimed.

Baggage fees are reimbursable when necessary and a receipt is required regardless of the amount.

Will I be reimbursed for personal expenses and tips?

Only business related expenses are reimbursable. Reimbursement of incidentals and tips are included in the per diem rates.

Is trip insurance reimbursable?

No, the State of Tennessee is self-insured and does not purchase separate insurance, and, therefore , will not reimburse for insurance purchases made for trips or rental cars.

Is rental car reimbursement available?

Automobile rental is allowed if it is the only practical and economical means of transportation. Automobile rental must be approved in advance.

Who must approve my travel reimbursement claim?

The traveler's department/division head and the appropriate vice president. The president must also sign for out-of-state travel and travel of $1,000+.

What is the mileage reimbursement rate?

The current mileage reimbursement rate is .47 per mile.

What is considered vicinity miles?

Miles driven that exceed allowable point-to-point mileage are considered vicinity. Vicinity miles should be shown separately from point-to-point miles on the Claim for Traveling Expenses and an explanation should be included on the purpose of the vicinity miles. MapQuest must be included for vicinity miles.

When should I include commute miles?

When work is performed by an employee in route to or from the official station, the employee’s normal commute miles should be included.

Out-of-state allowance for meals is calculated using rates set by the US General Services Administration and the destination of travel. The CONUS rates are available on the General Services Administration website.

Overnight stay is required for meal reimbursement.

Reimbursement for the day of departure and the day of return shall be seventy-five percent (75%) of the allowable rate.